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F12 RDM

1991 Lotus Eclat

Green Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2020
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

70,271 mi
Last recorded70,271 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2019
Typical for 1991 Lotus Eclat53,091 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF12 RDM
MakeLotus
ModelEclat
Year1991
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2019 70,271 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Nov 2016 68,217 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 20 Nov 2015 64,821 miles

Nearside rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal steering pump (2.3.3b)

Pass 9 Sep 2014 63,944 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2013 63,030 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2013 63,021 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 4 Apr 2012 62,513 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Pass 4 Apr 2012 62,513 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2012 62,081 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Both Head lamps have slightly reduced output

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 13 May 2010 60,284 miles
Pass 14 May 2009 58,058 miles
Pass 25 May 2007 49,081 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2006 46,304 miles

How Reliable is the Lotus Eclat?

Based on 5,595 MOT tests across 690 vehicles.

75.7%
Pass Rate
466
Miles/Year
50
Year Lifespan
690
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering rack gaiter split 184
brake binding 137
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 125
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 113
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 110
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F12 RDM is a 1991 Lotus Eclat in Green with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1991 Lotus Eclat models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.3% with a typical mileage of 53,091 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Lotus Eclat fails its MOT is steering rack gaiter split, accounting for 184 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F12 RDM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lotus Eclat typically stays on UK roads for around 50 years. At 35 years old, this Lotus Eclat is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was F12 RDM registered?

F12 RDM is a 1991 Lotus Eclat, first registered on 1 August 1991.

Is F12 RDM safe to buy?

The MOT history for F12 RDM shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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